Spring Recreation Activities April, May, June 2019 Partners N Pals 2019 Lots of changes this year! The Arc of Tri-Cities provides a local summer day camp for all kids, with a primary focus on kids with a disability. This is an opportunity for children with, and without, disabilities to interact and share their love of summer fun. Partners N Pals also provides door-to-door transportation to, and from, the camp for campers who qualify for Ben Franklin Transits para-transit services (separate application required). Campers who do not qualify for door-to-door transportation can be dropped off, and picked up, at the camp site. Ages: 8 to 21 years old *Limited openings for 7 yr. olds - transportation to and from the camp not available When: Children may sign up for one or multiple weeks. NEW Time -- 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM Dates: Week 1 - Wed, June 19 - Fri, June 21 (3-day week) Week 2 - Mon, June 24 - Fri, July 28 Week 3 - Mon, July 1 - Wed, July 3 (3-day week) Week 4 - Mon, July 8 - Fri, July 12 Week 5 - Mon, July 15 - Fri, July 19 Week 6 - Mon, July 22 - Fri, July 26 Week 7 - Mon, July 29 - Fri, Aug, 2 Week 8 - Mon, Aug 5 - Fri, Aug 9 Week 9 - Mon, Aug 12 - Fri, Aug 16 Applications are available online (www.arcoftricities.com), Cost: The Arc of Tri-Cities is a membershipbased organization. There is a $60.00 (annual) fee to become an official Arc member and register for camp. Arc members can register for camp at discounted prices listed below: $60 Membership Registration Fee $195.00 per week for group level support (discounted) $235.30 per week for group level support $350 for intense supervision per week (discounted) $380.10 for intense supervision per week 3-day week prices are reduced. See application for details. Cost of one-on-one service varies, based on individual needs of the camper.
The Arc of Tri-Cities Buddy Clubs ALL BUDDY CLUB YEAR END POTLUCK/ PICNIC DATE: TO BE ANNOUNCED 5:00-7:00pm Place: Columbia Park at The Band Shell On the east end of park! All Buddy Club Members and their families welcome! A Big Huge Thank You to our Buddy Club Leadership this year!!! Please thank them when you see them!! Lillian Ostrer, Kaelee White, Tucker Phelps, Macy Jensen, Jasmine Ortiz, Linh Troung, Kim Phan, Izaak Frewing, Taylor Forbes, Lacey Fisher, Jewel Allgaier, Lance Stites, Marcela Becerra, Bella Ramirez Reggan Grade, Kylie Merkley, Sandy Mongomery, Lainie Lacey, Connar Gibbon, Jack Allen. Chayito Corona, Alondra Lacatero, Kolton Anderson, Alina Tyutyunnik, Ana Olivarez, Lilly Scholdheisz, Wyatt Fiander Life s a Highway Buddy Club -Prom 2019 Truly a magical night where 195 Buddy Clubbers from 9 High School Buddy Clubs there were Smiles, Giggles, Dinner, Dancing and Friendship.. OUR Life s a Highway Themed Prom was held on Saturday, February 23rd at The Red Lion at Columbia Center!!! The music provided by Dan Niebuhr with All Star is still being talked about, the delicious food provided by Kadlec is still remembered, but the best part of The Prom was the friendship we shared. Sue Pederson Program Coordinator buddyclub@arcoftricities.com General Program Information Ph. # 783-1131 ext 107 Thank You Sponsors: Red Lion Hotel Kennewick Kiwanis Club of Kennewick Kadlec Medical Center Thurber Family Chiropractic Tri-City Orthopaedic Clinic Dan Niebuhr with All Star The Gazewood Family The Allen Family Margaret Duleney Sue Pederson Special Thanks to: Our Dad Patrol Dads Paul Mitchell-Richland RealLife Photography Print Plus Target Store Kennewick & All our Buddy Club Teachers/ Advisors A VERY Special Thank You to The Outstanding Prom Committee & Buddy Club Leaders
Need A Ride? 1) For many events we offer transportation. 2) Bus Tickets and Bus Passes are accepted. 3) If you are not Dial A Ride eligible, you must contact us for alternate transportation. 4) Pick up is at designated Pick-up Points. 5) After the event, The Arc will drop off at home, if within designated areas. 6) Call 783-1131 Ext 130 to schedule a ride for Night Rec events. 7) If you have not confirmed your ride, you probably don t have one! 1 Van Events 2 Van Events Activity starting at 6:00 PM Pick up at Explore art styles and use them as inspiration to create intricate works of art! Cost: $20 to pay for supplies When: February thru May Time: 4:30 to 5:30 PM Location: The Arc of Tri-Cities Applications available at the front desk. Limited spaces! For more information, call 783-1131. Have you ever wanted to learn to cook delicious and healthy meals? Kadlec and our amazing teacher, Lori (RD, CDE) provide this opportunity free of charge! If you missed out this fall, look forward to our spring class. Registration will begin April 2019. Check out the Young Athletes and Unified Flag Football programs sponsored by Richland Parks and Recreation! (See pg. 4) Contact: Lori Briere Recreation Coordinator Partnerships Make It Happen! More sports opportunities available!
Special Thanks to Benton and Franklin Counties How to participate in Special Olympics Sports 1: Make sure you have a current Athlete Participation form on file with The Arc of Tri-Cities-Special Olympic office 2: Come to your sports kick-off night or info meeting to register for the sport and to find out when and where practices are held. 3: To compete at regionals and state competitions you have to attend at least 8 practices. Fall State Games for Special Olympics are coming to the Tri-Cities! November 22nd, 23rd, and 24th Do you belong to a club, organization, or company that would like to help? Please contact Joe Westsik: Email: joew@arcoftricities.com Flag Football Come join us for a football, food, and fun! City of Richland will provide individual skills training including: *Run & catch *Throwing for accuracy *Throwing for distance *Agility and speed After the event, join Special Olympics Flag Football in the fall for adults and youth! When: Where: Who: Cost: Help support local teams with 2019 raffle ticket purchases! On April 20th we will start selling them for a chance to win a new truck! May 18th, 2019, 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM Columbia Point Marina Park, Richland Youth group: 8 to 14 years old Adults: 16 years old and up Free! Plus, join us for a tailgate party with hotdogs, chips, dessert, and a drink! Young Athletes Young Athletes is a free program for children ages 2 to 7 years old with and without intellectual or developmental disabilities. The 8-week program is designed to improve gross motor skills with a goal of providing children with a fun, safe place to develop physical skills and be a part of an inclusive community at a young age. The program will be held Mondays and Wednesdays starting mid-june 2019. For more information, contact: Lori Briere (509) 942-7534 lbriere@ci.richland.wa.us Fall Sports Volleyball* Flag Football Gymnastics* Bowling *No current teams Do you want to help? Contact: so@arcoftricities.com
ican Bike Research shows that over 80% of people with Autism and 90% of people with Down syndrome never experience the thrill or riding a two-wheel bicycle. Here is your chance to learn how! Where: Southridge Sports Complex 2901 Southridge Blvd., Kennewick When: July 29th - August 2nd Cost: $200 (Scholarships available) Who can apply: Anyone 8 years old and up To register: visit online registration or download the form available at the following link: https://icanshine.org/ican-bike-kennewick-wa/ For information or questions about this bike camp please e-mail Marcella Hansen directly at marcellahansen@msn.com or call (509) 528-5550. EASTER EGG HUNT Get your basket and join the hunt! Saturday, April 20th 10:30 AM - ages 1-3 10:40 AM - ages 4-7 10:50 AM - ages 8-12 Register online at www.arcoftricities.com Date: July 27th, 2019 Time: 6:45 AM Cost: Members: $55 Non-members: $65 Mariners vs Tigers Bus departs 7:00 AM. Don t be late or you ll be left behind! Bus returns to The Arc about 8:30 PM. You must pay in full by July 20th! Cost only includes ticket & transportation. Please bring money for food or spending. NOTHING TO DO? How about 4 weeks of fun, games and parties? PNP Jr. is a place where kids can be themselves while making friends and trying out new experiences! Who: Where: When: Cost: Ages 2 thru 6 years old New location - Keewaydin Center, Kennewick Weekly - July 15th to August 5th 9:00 to 11:30 AM -- Monday thru Thursday $65.00 per week ($25.00 per additional child) $170 for one-on-one support Fishing Day - Friday, April 12th, 2019 Columbia Park Pond 4:30PM 6:30PM Cost: $10 All ages welcome! Registration form online at www.arcoftricities.com and office:1455 Fowler Street, Richland Fax: (509) 735-7706
April 2019 Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat 1 SADL Costco shopping for the mission 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM 2 3 4 5 6 8 9 SAIL 1:00-4:00 PM 10 11 12 Fishing Day Columbia Park Pond 4:00-6:00 PM Cost: $10 Register online at arcoftricities.com 13 15 16 17 18 19 Viva Las Vegas Fundraiser Come support us and have fun at the same time! Cost: $65 20 Easter Egg Hunt at Columbia Point Park (See pg. 5 for times) 22 Partners N Pals Mandatory transportation and camp meeting 5:30-6:30 PM (must attend one) 23 Hot Dogs & Bingo 5:30-7:30 PM Limited openings! Special thanks to Smart Law Offices! 24 Sp. Ed. Series Part 2 of 3 6:00-7:30 PM 25 26 Elk s Club Dance 6:00-8:30 PM at The Elk s Club Dinner provided $10 members $12 non members Register 783-1131 27 Special Olympic Soccer Tournament in Yakima Go Tri-Cities! 29 Resource Help Noon - 1:30 PM p2p@arcoftricities.com 30 Movie Night Out 6:30-9:00 PM at Fairchild Pasco Movie: $5.50 Bring money for snacks You MUST contact us for transportation to/ from this event!
May 2019 Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat 1 2 SADL Self-Advocates Developing Leadership 4:30-6:00 PM Ride Home Only 3 4 Special Olympics East Region Spring Games 6 Last chance!! Partners N Pals Mandatory transportation and camp meeting 5:30-6:30 PM 7 8 Courageous Kids Climbing 6:00-8:00 PM Cost: Free! All ages and abilities welcome! 9 10 11 Mother s Day Tea 1:00-3:00 PM Join us for afternoon tea with treats and celebrate all women! 13 14 SAIL 1:00-4:00 PM 15 16 17 Elk s Club Dance 6:00-8:30 PM at The Elk s Club Dinner provided $10 members $12 non members Register 783-1131 18 Smiles thru the Miles Fun Run Cheerleaders wanted! 783-1131 ext. 129 Flag Football 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM All ages 8 & up (See pg. 4 for details) 20 Autism Help Noon - 1:30 PM Limited seats! p2p@arcoftricities.com 21 22 Sp. Ed. Series Part 3 of 3 6:00-7:30 PM 23 24 25 Zoo Trip Must register and submit application Limited Openings! Depart Arc at 7 AM Return at 8 PM 27 28 You MUST Movie Night Out contact us for 6:30-9:00 PM at Fairchild Pasco transportation Movie: $5.50 to/from this Bring money for event! snacks 29 30 31 Special Olympics East Region State Spring Games May 31st - June 2nd
June 2019 Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Tuesday Nights 1 Must Register to Participate Time 4:30 5:15 pm Location: Tri-City Court Club, 1350 N. Grant St., Kennewick 3 4 Board Game Night 6:00-7:30 PM Cost: $5 Pizza & drinks! 5 6 SADL Self-Advocates Developing Leadership 4:30-6:00 PM Ride Home Only 7 8 Tri-City Rage Football Night More details coming soon! 10 Teens & Tech 5:30-8:00 PM Cost: $5 Pizza and drinks! Bring games! 11 SAIL 1:00-4:00 PM 12 13 14 15 17 18 19 PNP Starts! Summer camp for kids ages 7 21 20 21 Latin Dance 6:00-8:30 PM Dinner provided $10 members $12 non members Register 783-1131 22 24 25 Movie Night Out 6:30-9:00 PM at Fairchild Pasco Movie: $5.50 Bring money for snacks 26 27 28 29 You MUST contact us about transportation for this event!